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Security vulnerability reports have exploded since AI models started hunting for bugs

Epoch AI reports a sharp rise in security vulnerability reports. In June 2026, 21 organizations reported about 1,500 high-severity and critical CVEs, more than 3.5 times the previous monthly record. The surge lines up with the launch of AI-powered bug-hunting programs. The article Security vulnerability reports have exploded since AI models started hunting for bugs appeared first on The Decoder.

Security vulnerability reports have exploded since AI models started hunting for bugs
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Published July 3, 2026 · Category: AI Briefing

Overview

Epoch AI reports a sharp rise in security vulnerability reports. In June 2026, 21 organizations reported about 1,500 high-severity and critical CVEs, more than 3.5 times the previous monthly record. The surge lines up with the launch of AI-powered bug-hunting programs.

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The article Security vulnerability reports have exploded since AI models started hunting for bugs appeared first on The Decoder.

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Originally published at the-decoder.com.

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